COLOR CONTROL -- Managing the Variables

There's good news for others just now looking to implement color management, Hookway says. "The software and equipment definitely is easier to use today. There are also more expert consultants who can help shops get started," he concludes.

The challenges and goals were a little different for Que-Net Media when it looked to implement color management about three years ago, points out Brian Gaughen, color quality manager. As an arm of Quebecor World, the network of "technology solution centers" provides digital solutions for printing, publishing and the Web. Gaughen is based in the Los Angeles facility, but actually works with 14 Que-Net or Quebecor World facilities.